http://www.schletter.ca General News and Product Information from Schletter Canada Inc. Contact a Schletter Technical Sales Representative (+1 519 946 3821) today to assist you in the design and competitive pricing of your PV solar mounting systems or metal fabrication needs. en-us mail@schletter.ca Copyright (c)2011 Schletter Canada Inc. All Rights Reserved 15 http://www.schletter.ca http://schletter.ca/images/schletterLogoCanada.jpg 190 51 http://www.schletter.us/favicon.ico http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html Schletter’s Park@Sol is the most versatile solar shade structure on the market. With multiple design and foundation options, you can turn any parking or pedestrian area into a valuable solar array while providing shade at an excellent price! Call 519.946.3800 now for more information. 2013-04-05 http://www.schletter.ca/fixez.html The new Fix-EZ flat roof system from Schletter is wind tunnel tested with low distributed loads and features minimal parts. Enjoy easy installation and integrated grounding — at an excellent price point. Call 519.946.3800 for a quote on your next roof mount today. 2013-03-07 http://www.schletter.ca/helios3d.html Helios 3D, one of the most comprehensive PV plant layout tools on the market, has a new upgrade available: PV Plant Engineering for designing and laying out electrical systems. Contact Schletter today for more information! 2013-02-07 http://www.pvgroundbreaker.com Schletter’s new project feasibility app, PV Groundbreaker, will help you quickly and easily determine the potential power output of any plot of land on the planet! Try it with a Demo Account or register for a full account to unlock all functionality. 2013-01-15 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html On your next driven-post ground mount system from Schletter, take advantage of our in-house Field Operations department offering Geotechnical analysis, training, installation services, as well as sales and rentals of the GAYK hydraulic ram, the tool that has reached 500 posts installed over an 8 hour period! 2012-11-14 http://www.schletter.us/event-spi.html Schletter’s 3,500 square foot booth, number 1323, at SPI will be the best place to get detailed solar mounting information while enjoying Bavarian-style hospitality. Stop by the booth or watch online. 2012-09-05 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html Schletter introduces the NEW FixZ-15 for maximizing power production on low-slope trapezoidal sheet metal roofs. The FixZ-15 increases module tilt by 12 to 15 degrees with ease. Contact Schletter for additional product and pricing information. 2012-08-03 http://www.schletter.us/event-intersolar.html This year, Schletter will occupy a 4,000 square foot booth on the 3rd floor of the Moscone Center, booth 9223. There will be more system displays than we’ve ever shown before, including a full-size Park@Sol carport, as well as the Schletter hospitality for which we are known. Stop by or watch online. 2012-07-05 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html This month’s featured product is the Park@Sol system, now produced using the most advanced fabrication techniques available in the industry. Competitively priced and now capable of longer spans, we can help you create larger carport designs faster. Read more about our new production methods on the Schletter website. 2012-05-09 http://www.carmanah.com/grid-tie/installation-portfolio/powerstream-solar-mount-joy-community-centre Schletter Canada is working with Carmanah, a Canadian EPC, on a 350 kW rooftop system, to be installed on a community center in Markham, Ontario. Because of the complexity of this unique project, this particular rooftop called for a customized hybrid mounting system comprised of both penetrating and ballast solutions. For more information about the project, visit the Carmanah website. 2012-05-08 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html Introducing the new PvMax Kit for residential and small commercial applications. The same PvMax known for its versatility on nearly any terrain is now packaged with everything you need for fast, small-scale installations. Available in four convenient configurations for multiple module types, orders placed before noon (EDT) eligible for same day shipping. Visit our featured product page for more details. 2012-04-12 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html This month’s product focus features the FS Kit, the residential ground mount system that’s easy to order, ship and install. The FS kit comes with all the solar mounting hardware needed to get the job done FAST! Plus, same day shipping for orders by Noon EST (restrictions apply). Contact Schletter at (519) 946 - 3800 for more details. 2012-03-13 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html This month’s product focus is the PVMax, a ground mount solar system which uses proven technology based on Schletter’s long history of engineering and design innovations. The PVMax’s concrete foundations make it suitable for nearly any terrain. A perfect solution for areas where soil is too soft or rocky for pile driving. Read more about the PVMax on our website. 2012-01-12 http://www.pv-tech.org/news/top_10_pv_tech_product_reviews_of_2011 PV-Tech names Schletter’s PV Spin the 3rd most popular product in 2011. PV-Tech reviewed over 120 products, and the module cleaning system sparked great interest for its revolutionary ability to optimize system performance. Read the entire article on PV-Tech.org. For more information about the PV Spin visit our website (http://www.schletter.ca/pvspin.html). 2012-01-03 http://www.schletter.ca/members/index.html Choosing the right components and designing the most cost-effective system is easy with the new Residential Calculator. Developed by Schletter engineers, the new Residential Calculator produces a bill of materials and all the information needed to produce system drawings. The Residential Calculator is available online exclusively for customers on the client login. Not a customer yet? E-mail us at mail@schletter.ca or call (519) 946 – 3800 to discuss your next project. 2011-12-16 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html The easy-to-install, revolutionary FS System gets even better! We have proudly started producing FS Systems with the ETL Classified Mark. This mark is assurance that the solar mounting system and its components follow safety standards, having been tested and certified by a third-party organization. Learn more about how the cost-effective FS System is perfect for your next residential, commercial, or utility-scale project. 2011-12-06 http://www.schletter.ca/event-solarcanada-2011.html See Schletter at Solar Canada 2011, the largest solar industry tradeshow in Canada, on December 5 - 6 in Toronto. View Schletter's easy-to-install ground and roof solar mounting systems for residential, commercial or utility-scale projects. Discover a large variety of rails, beams, and components to accommodate any need while remaining cost-effective. Don't miss our NEW residential calculator tool, Park@Sol Solar Carport, and Helios 3D PV layout software. Plus traditional Bavarian pretzels and beer, exceptional Schletter hospitality, and much more! 2011-11-23 http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/news/article/2011/10/solar-executives-kick-off-spi-with-habitat-for-humanity Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) coordinated with SolarCity, Trina Solar, SolarUS, SES 21, SolarTrek, Schletter and Bosch Solar Energy to donate residential PV systems to 15 Dallas-area Habitat for Humanity homes. Combining solar energy with Energy Star standards in each home create a truly efficient and affordable solution. 2011-10-28 http://www.schletter.ca/support/PR_SchletterCA_SolarDecathlon.pdf Team Canada's entry for the U.S. Solar Decathlon 2011, a sustainable home for the First Nation people, showcases a mounting system supplied by Schletter Canada. The unusual roof of the home utilizes a customized Schletter residential flush mount system, resulting in an original design that meets both form and function. See photos of this inspiring project and read the entire press release on Schletter Canada's news page today. 2011-09-28 http://www.solarcanadaconference.ca/websites/solar_canada_2011/index.php Mark your calendar for Solar Canada 2011, December 5-6 in Toronto. Solar Canada is the largest solar industry conference and trade show in Canada, with over 4,000 exhibition visitors attending last year. Be sure to stop by booth #1904 to view Schletter's easy-to-install solar mounting systems, taste Bavarian style beer and pretzels, and experience exceptional Schletter hospitality. To find out more information or to register online visit the Solar Canada Conference website today. 2011-09-21 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html This month's product focus features the Schletter soil testing process. Our thorough geotechnical investigation of the soil prior to a ground mount PV installation ensures the system's stability and longevity. For purchased Schletter systems over 250 kW, soil testing is complimentary. Learn more about the process on our website today. 2011-09-07 http://www.schletter.ca/support/Schletter_Zachry.pdf Schletter was selected by Zachry Industrial to supply the solar mounting systems for a 150 MW solar PV project. The aluminum and steel for the ground mounted FS systems installed in this project will weigh-in at nearly 22,000,000 pounds. Ed Grover, Strategic Alliance Manager of Schletter Inc. says "To be involved in a project of this size with our valued client as the EPC is as rewarding as it gets in this industry." 2011-08-22 http://www.cansia.ca/sites/default/files/economic_impacts_of_the_solar_photovoltaic_sector_in_ontario_2008-2018_july_26_0.pdf A recent study by ClearSky Advisors Inc. found that $12.9 billion dollars is expected to be privately invested in the Ontario solar industry by 2018. This coming fall, Ontario's feed-in-tariffs will be reviewed and the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) is suggesting a reduction in the program's rates based on the study. Jon Kieran, CanSIA's Board Chair and Director stated "Our support for a rate decrease recognizes how far solar has come. It acknowledges the need to see a reasonable rate of return for investors and the importance of creating a stable diversified energy grid." Read the full report on the CanSIA website. 2011-08-17 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html This month's product focus, Schletter's FS system, offers the highest level of in-house pre-fabrication to date. The FS System is known for its ease-of-installation, durability, and attractive design. See why over 300 MW were already installed this year — Check out our FS installation video on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/SchletterInc#p/u/11/_IWEboTzRZk). 2011-08-11 http://www.ontario-sea.org/Page.asp A survey commissioned by the Ontario Sustainable Energy Association (OSEA) earlier this month showed that 7 out of 10 Ontarians support green energy policies. Furthermore, 84% of participants between the ages of 18-34 were in support of initiatives like the Green Energy Act and the Feed-in Tariff. The current energy policy in Ontario has become a debated topic during this election year, with the province set to eliminate coal-powered energy by 2014. Read more about this poll and sustainable energy on the OSEA website. 2011-07-26 http://www.youtube.com/user/IntersolarTV This year we had two booths at the show, with one dedicated to our large ground mount product line and the other featuring more roof-top options than ever before! The stars of the show were the dynamic Helios 3D solar system software, the amazing Schletter semi-truck (yes, we had a big-rig in our booth!) and the display previewing the NEW PvSpin. Didn't make it to Intersolar 2011? Catch videos of the largest solar conference in California on Intersolar TV today and view our event photos on Facebook (www.facebook.com/SchletterInc). 2011-07-22 http://pubs.pembina.org/reports/behind-the-switch-final.pdf A recent study at the Pembina Institute found that cutting the Green Energy Act would have almost no effect on taxpayer's electricity prices. This is encouraging for the controversial Green Energy Act, a package of green energy subsidies and policies, which has attracted billions of dollars in new green investments and has helped to make Ontario North America's leading green economy. Cancelling the act would not stop Ontario's rising electricity prices over the next decade and could risk the future development of a reliable, sustainable energy source. Learn more about this study in the full report on the Pembina Institute's website today. 2011-07-06 http://inovateussolar.com/news/press-releases/145-inovateus-solar-and-sterman-masser-potato-farms-partner-on-one-megawatt-35-acre-ground-mount-system- Sterman Masser Potato Farms selected Inovateus Solar as its contractor for a one-megawatt ground-mount solar project, which will help reduce the energy bill of the farm's potato processing facility. The Masser family packages over 300 million pounds of potatoes each year, while implementing green techniques such as limiting chemical use, recycling discarded material, and harvesting solar energy. Inovateus Solar chose Schletter's FS system for the 3.5 acre ground-mount solar array, which was recently completed in late May. 2011-06-30 http://www.altenerg.com/ In the current issue of enerG, the magazine reports on the progress of Cupertino Electric's 6.7 MW utility PV solar project in Southern California. Schletter supplied the racking for the project, which is situated on 32 acres of land and will be erected in one-third of the typical timeframe. Read more about California's largest utility-owned solar plant in the feature article "Tight Schedule for Solar Project", on newsstands today. 2011-06-27 http://www.intersolar.us/ Come visit us at Intersolar - the solar industry's premier exhibition in San Francisco, and see the largest display of Schletter racking products in North America. Watch Helios 3D software demonstrations, view the Park@Sol carport system, learn about the GAYK pile driving ram, relax at the Bavarian style beer garden and much more! With more interactive displays than ever before, be sure to stop at both of the Schletter booths (#7758 and #5146). Email mail@schletter.us for complimentary Intersolar passes. 2011-06-17 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html Helios 3D is premier design software for utility scale PV solar systems. This revolutionary system includes database management and drawing interface tools such as terrain analysis, shadow object placement, and field alignment. Reduce your PV layout work from weeks to days with Helios 3D. 2011-06-01 http://www.schletter.ca/news.html In a German poll of 3,795 participants Schletter was ranked highest in popularity out of 78 solar mounting manufacturers. The participants stated Schletter's long history in manufacturing and its production of high quality mounting systems as reasons why they trust in Schletter. We would like to pass on this compliment to our customers for making us the most popular solar mounting system manufacturer. We will continue to strive for top quality in our products and service in the years to come. 2011-05-25 http://www.schletter.ca/product-update.html Earlier this month we featured our Windsafe™ Roof Mount PV System. Don't forget to finish every PV System installation with cable management. Loose, dangling cables can reflect poorly on the esthetics of a finished PV project. Schletter offers cost effective cable clips to keep things tidy, further enhancing a well planned system. 2011-05-19 http://www.standupforsolar.ca/ Ontario PC leader Tim Hudak said yesterday in a speech at the Ontario Power Summit that he will kill the $7 billion Samsung green-energy deal if elected October 6, (http://www.windsorstar.com/technology/Hudak+would+kill+Samsung+deal+paper+says/4758094/story.html). Help keep the solar industry in Ontario by visiting Stand up for Solar where you can write your elected official or participate in online discussions. You'll help contribute to the environmental sustainability of Ontario's energy industry. 2011-05-11 http://www.windsorstar.com/business/Ontario+program+green+jobs+solar+future/4743914/story.html Solar energy experts gathered at Ontario's largest Solar Conference this past Friday to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the FIT program. Vice President of Engineering for Schletter Inc, Wolfgang Fritz, offered his advice for success: "We need stability in the marketplace if we are to make the necessary investments to enable this industry to grow." 2011-05-09 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html Perfect for commercial, residential, flat or pitched roofs, the Windsafe is the most versatile solution for Roof-Mount PV Systems. Read more about how this product can reduce installation time and cost in this month's Product Focus… 2011-05-03 http://www.interpv.net/ Schletter's Vice President of Engineering, Dr. Wolfgang Fritz wrote an article for the April issue of Interpv magazine, titled Considerations for Designing Solar Installations. Dr. Fritz coordinates and performs all engineering design aspects of the solar mounting systems Schletter manufacturers. 2011-04-28 http://www.schletter.ca/support/april_newsletter.html In our Spring 2011 Quarterly Newsletter find out how to save at least 4 cents per watt with the Rapid Grounding Middle Clamp, read about our new project checklists online, learn about Schletter's upcoming events, and much more! 2011-04-27 http://www.windsorstar.com/business/Mayor+courting+german+solar+firm/4620241/story.html Possibly joining the list of renewable energy manufacturers in Windsor is the German solar module manufacturer Algatec. Mayor Eddie Francis was photographed at the Algatec plant this January, fueling rumors of a production facility in Windsor within the next year. If so, Algatec will be welcomed into the renewable energy community by General Manager Ryan Kelly of Schletter Canada, "It's great news. The more companies that we can have involved in this industry, the more the government will show a commitment to the industry -and that's better for everyone." 2011-04-18 http://www.amiando.com/ofit2011.html?page=460210 Visit Schletter's booth at the Ontario Feed-In Tariff Supply Chain Forum in Toronto, now just 4 days away! The Forum will bring together experts and regulators in Ontario's wind and solar industries to discuss the future of renewable energy. Along with Schletter will be solar and wind developers, manufacturers, suppliers, politicians, and analysts committed to addressing the challenges and opportunities of the FIT program. We look forward to seeing you there! 2011-04-15 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html Park@Sol is an ideal way to add solar PV power generation to residential or commercial locations. Its unique and attractive design allows for minimal foundation requirements while maximizing module surface area—ideal for providing shade and increase power production capabilities to any sized parking structure. 2011-04-08 http://www.renewableenergyworld.com/rea/partner/canadian-clean-energy-conferences/news/article/2011/04/global-renewable-energy-community-gears-up-for-ontario-feed-in-tariff-forum With just two weeks to go, time is now running out to join Schletter Inc. at the upcoming Ontario Feed-in Tariff Supply Chain Forum, taking place April 19-20 in Toronto. "One of the most valuable takeaways from this forum will be anticipating the future of the Feed-in tariff. We are looking forward to discussing this program with our industry peers and regulators," says Ryan Kelly, General Manager, Schletter Canada. 2011-04-04 http://www.windsorstar.com/entertainment/Green+jobs+begin+sprout+Windsor+Essex+County/4525848/story.html Thousands line up for work in the renewable energy industry. Windsor's summer forecast is for job creation in the wind and solar industries to ramp up rapidly. Schletter opened the doors of its Windsor plant near Devonshire Mall a year ago. 2011-03-30 http://www.standupforsolar.ca/ Listen up Canada! Show your support for solar at the Stand Up for Solar website. The site is designed as a way for individuals and companies to express their views on solar. Enter your e-mail and track your individual progress. 2011-03-16 http://www.conestogac.on.ca/ Schletter Canada Inc. recently donated a solar mounting system to a college training program for at-risk youth. Davor M. wrote of the program: "We made very good use of the products and equipment that was donated by Schletter Canada Inc. We trained 13 “youth at risk” students from Oxford County, sponsored by the green works project. This was part of a pilot project and all parties involved were impress with the level of support from the solar Community." 2011-02-18 http://www.schletter.ca/events.html Join Schletter Canada at the 4th annual German - Canadian Solar PV Conference at the Delta Hotel in Kitchener on March 2, 2011. Featuring a presentation from our general manager, Ryan Kelly, and a demo of Schletter Canada products, the Boosting Renewable Energy in Ontario conference will enlighten you to the future of renewable energy in North America. 2011-02-17 http://www.schletter.ca/brochures.html Schletter Inc. recently released many updated company brochures and installation manuals. Featuring revised information, great product images, and interactive forms, both new and existing clients are sure to benefit. Visit the Brochures page today to download the latest Schletter product and system catalogs! 2011-02-11 http://www.schletter.ca/members/index.html Schletter is proud to introduce the new and improved Valued Client portal on the Schletter.us website. Beyond a massive graphical upgrade, each client portal has targeted support documents and project files to assist both experienced and inexperienced Schletter clients with the development of their solar mounting system. Register today to take full advantage! 2011-02-08 http://www.schletter.ca/events.html Schletter Solar Mounting Systems will be taking it’s talents to Miami Beach for the MiaGreen tradeshow on March 3 – 4, 2011. Hosted by the Miami Beach Convention Center, Schletter will be represented by our VP of Engineering, Wolfgang Fritz (mailto:wolfgang.fritz@schletter.us), who will be leading a discussion about the future of solar technologies. Visit us at Booth 909 to speak with a dedicated sales representative and learn about the latest in solar mounting mechanics. 2011-02-08 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html In February's Product Focus, we will be detailing the variety of standard and custom sheet metal clamps produced by Schletter Inc. These sheet metal clamps are designed to quickly and efficiently secure your modules to your Schletter Mounting System, cutting installation time and reducing your overhead costs. 2011-02-02 http://www.schletter.ca/featured-product.html In January's Product Focus, we are highlighting the expansive selection of Roof Hooks availiable for a variety of roofing materials. Whether your roof be Spanish tile or slate, asphalt or concrete, Schletter Inc. offers the perfect solution for your solar mounting needs. 2011-01-20